How much is tuition at Cheshire Academy?

At Cheshire Academy, boarding tuition is $69,400 per year and day tuition is $37,425 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.

Does Cheshire Academy offer financial aid?

Yes. 36% of students at Cheshire Academy receive financial aid (2026-2027). Award sizes vary by family income and assets, so the published tuition is not what every family pays.

What grades does Cheshire Academy serve?

Cheshire Academy serves grades 6-12, PG.

Is Cheshire Academy a boarding or day school?

Cheshire Academy offers both boarding and day enrollment. It is coeducational.

How many students attend Cheshire Academy?

Cheshire Academy enrolls about 380 students.

Where is Cheshire Academy located?

Cheshire Academy is located in Cheshire, Connecticut.

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both

coed

6-12, PG

Cheshire Academy

Cheshire, Connecticut

Financials

Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Verified August 13, 2026

Day tuition (2026-2027)

$37,425

Boarding tuition (2026-2027)

$69,400

Financial aid

36% of students

Enrollment

380

Student:Teacher

7:1

Founded

1794

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What Cheshire Academy actually costs

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Published tuition is only part of the picture. This projection adds the costs families actually pay (tuition source year 2026-2027), with ~4%/yr tuition inflation.

Program

Distance from home

Years attending

Expected financial aid0% of tuition

36% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost

$78,100

vs $69,400 published tuition

4-year total

$331,103

incl. $36,398 beyond tuition

Hidden costs per year

Books, laptop & course materials$800
Athletics gear & team fees$900
Activities, trips & event fees$1,200
Travel home & breaks$2,000
Dorm setup & storage$400
Spending money & incidentals$2,400
Health & student fees$1,000

About

Cheshire Academy is a co-ed boarding and day school in central Connecticut, founded in 1794 and known for its diverse international student body, strong ESL program, and supportive academic environment. One of the most internationally diverse prep schools in New England.

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Common questions

How much is tuition at Cheshire Academy?: At Cheshire Academy, boarding tuition is $69,400 per year and day tuition is $37,425 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
Does Cheshire Academy offer financial aid?: Yes. 36% of students at Cheshire Academy receive financial aid (2026-2027). Award sizes vary by family income and assets, so the published tuition is not what every family pays.
What grades does Cheshire Academy serve?: Cheshire Academy serves grades 6-12, PG.
Is Cheshire Academy a boarding or day school?: Cheshire Academy offers both boarding and day enrollment. It is coeducational.
How many students attend Cheshire Academy?: Cheshire Academy enrolls about 380 students.
Where is Cheshire Academy located?: Cheshire Academy is located in Cheshire, Connecticut.

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